Procurement Support Manager

Culina Group; Rugby; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Support Manager to enhance supplier relationships and drive financial performance. This full-time role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, where your skills in negotiation and stakeholder management will be crucial. You will be responsible for implementing strategic procurement solutions and ensuring value for money across contracts. With a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a thriving organization. Join a team that values innovation and employee development!

Benefits

Annual Leave of 25 days plus bank holidays

Company Bonus

Private Medical Cover

Car Allowance

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Wellness Support

Eye Care Vouchers

Employee Recognition Programs

Retailer Discounts

Qualifications

• Proven ability to implement value-added solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in managing multiple stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive procurement service ensuring best value.
• Manage contracts and supplier relationships to sustain value.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Supplier Management

Stakeholder Management

Commercial Acumen

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

Job description

Company Description

Following years of accelerated growth, Culina Group is now a £2.2 billion+ turnover business, employing over 22,000 staff, with a fleet of more than 5,000 vehicles. Culina Group operates from over 100 depots across the UK and Ireland, serving more than 1,000 clients through its framework of chilled, ambient, contract packaging solutions, and fresh and baked goods.

Company Overview

Culina Group is a leading UK third-party food & drinks logistics provider offering dedicated and shared warehousing and distribution solutions.

At Culina, we have a winning culture. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive—a place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

Due to continued growth, we are now seeking a Procurement Support Manager to join a new and evolving procurement function at our Rugby site.

As our Procurement Support Manager, you will undertake sourcing activities and manage supplier relationships, enhancing financial performance and business resilience.

This is a full-time, permanent position working Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, offering a competitive salary and package with the opportunity to work for a forward-thinking market leader.

Job responsibilities of Procurement Support Manager include:

• Provide a comprehensive, business-focused procurement and commercial service, ensuring that best value for money is achieved.
• Manage the negotiation, planning, and placement of contracts.
• Build and maintain relationships with business teams and influence procurement decision-making.
• Effectively manage suppliers and contracts to sustain value throughout their lifecycle.
• Ensure appropriate approvals and correct commercial contract documentation and conditions are applied.
• Contribute to the Preferred Supplier List.
• Provide and deliver training on procurement procedures and policies.
• Produce management information and reports.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to identify and implement value-added commercial solutions within a fast-paced, multi-site organization.
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple and potentially conflicting stakeholders.
• Evidence of commercial and financial understanding, driving creative and market-leading value solutions.
• Proven negotiation skills with suppliers and stakeholders to drive optimized outcomes.
• Experience in implementing strategic category plans.
• Confident and effective communicator, successfully influencing decisions.
• Ability to challenge supply chain models and demand specifications of goods/services.
• A general commercial mindset, always seeking opportunities to add value.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Culina Group a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organization committed to employee development and recognizing success.

Our dedicated learning and development programs are open to all employees to help shape your future within logistics and foster a team-oriented culture.

Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits, including:

• Annual Leave: Competitive holiday entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Company Bonus: Rewards for achieving our goals through our bonus scheme.
• Private Medical Cover: Access to clinically appropriate care via Bupa.
• Car Allowance: £5,000 per annum.
• Pension scheme: 5% employee and 8% employer contributions.
• Life Assurance: 4 times your annual salary.
• Wellness: Confidential support via our Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7.
• Eye Care Vouchers: Savings on eye tests and glasses.
• Reward & Recognition: Employee of the Month/Year, long service awards.
• Everyday discounts: Access to over 50 retailer discounts through our benefit platform.

When our staff are passionate about their work, they deliver with care and attention, reflecting positively to our clients. Click APPLY NOW to #JoinOurWinningTeam and begin your career today!